Physiotherapy

At Woodfield Physiotherapy we believe it is important to look at the body as a “whole”. A thorough initial assessment will take into account previous medical history, work and lifestyle. Along with a physical assessment this will enable us to devise a tailored treatment program, recovery time or onward referral if required.

During your assessment we may use video analysis and biomechanical assessment to assist our diagnosis. 

We use a ‘hands-on’ approach to help alleviate pain, restore joint movement and function and enable you to return to everyday activities and sport as quickly as possible. 

The range of conditions treated at the clinic include: 

• Back, neck and shoulder pain
• Sports injuries
• Whiplash
• Muscle and joint pain
• Muscle and postural imbalance
• Headaches
• Arthritic pain
• Work-related injuries
• Post-surgery rehabilitation
• Continence and pelvic dysfunction 

Treatment may include a variety of techniques including: 

• Joint mobilisation or manipulation
• Soft tissue massage
• Core stability strengthening
• Exercise-based rehabilitation programme
• Electrotherapy (Ultrasound)
• Acupuncture
• TENS for pain relief
• Education and explanation to help you understand how your
  problem occurred and how to prevent recurrence.
• Strapping/taping/braces
  The clinic has links with most GP practices in the area and can
  arrange MRI scans and specialist Consultant referrals if necessary
  and appropriate. 

We also offer Domicilary vistis for those needing Physiotherapy at home.

Do contact the clinic on 01234 378996 or info@woodfieldphysio.co.uk to book an appointment or to speak to a practitioner.

Physiotherapists

Kate Abrahams MSc. MCSP

Kate has 25 years experience working in the NHS and then in Private Practice. She founded Woodfield Physiotherapy in 1993 and has developed a busy practice with close liaison with GP practices, Consultants and local sports clubs, .

Much of her work involves the treatment of musculo-skeletal conditions including back and neck pain and rehabilitation after joint surgery. She has spent many years working with local rugby, rowing, running and golf clubs and has worked with sportsmen and women at all levels from club to international, in sports as diverse as dressage and sailing. She works with coaches to facilitate players’ return to full fitness and to prevent injury recurrence. She is further developing an interest in the treatment and prevention of golf injuries, working with local golf professionals to identify and correct a player’s restriction of movement and muscle imbalance during the golf swing.

Having gained an MSc in Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation in 1997 she has also completed postgraduate training in matwork Pilates and in Acupuncture, which she uses where appropriate to complement physiotherapy techniques.

Cordelia Squire MSc BSc MCSP

Cordelia qualified as a Physiotherapist from King’s College London in 1999. She began her career in one of London’s best teaching hospitals, Chelsea and Westminster where she worked in a number of specialities including Orthopaedics, Burns and Hand Therapy. In addition to this she also provided Physiotherapy to a rugby club, gaining valuable experience working with the athlete.

“I found my time at Chelsea and Westminster wonderful. I loved the variety of different specialities and people I met along the way an enthralling experience.”

It took the lure of snow and mountains in the French Alps to see Cordelia move on. In Val d’Isere she worked in the much acclaimed English Medical Centre, becoming familiar with all nature of injuries, from twisted knees whilst skiing to sudden back pain from a fall or slip on the ice. At the same time she was able to indulge in her love of skiing and the outdoors.

“I had the ultimate job, skiing and working at the same time! It taught me to develop skills in handing acute and long term injuries, working to restore patients back to health as quickly as possible”.

Returning from France in 2005, Cordelia completed a Masters degree in Advanced Sports Physiotherapy at University College London.

“During my Masters training I was taught by many of the most acclaimed UK Physiotherapists. This expert tuition added a completely new dimension to my practice”.

Cordelia has worked in some of London’s top private practices, and brings to Bedfordshire her care, passion and talent to deliver the highest standard of Physiotherapy.                                               

Debbie Stuart MCSP ACPWH

Debbie is a Chartered Physiotherapist specialising in pelvic floor dysfunction, advice and exercise for pregnancy, continence care and women’s health. She has worked in a number of leading hospitals and offers specialist assessment and treatment in this area. Debbie leads the Women's Health team at Peterborough Hospital, and in February will move to Northampton General to take on a new role as head of the Women's Health Services.  She is highly acclaimed by Gynaecoloists and Urology Surgeons both in this area and in London where she previously had her own busy private practice in Women's Health.   Her discreet and expert manner will ensure you feel relaxed and able to discuss your condition. 

Having also worked in the musculo-skeletal setting, Debbie combines her intricate knowledge of the back and pelvic girdle to offer help to those with back pain, women with pregnancy pelvis pain and other related conditions of the back.                                                                             

Georgia Sinfield BSc MCSP

 Georgia qualified from Sheffield Hallam University in 2007.  Since then she has worked in both NHS, private practice and sporting settings.  Currently she is also working as a Physiotherapist in Orthopaedics and Trauma at Addenbrookes Hospital.  She works closely with the Orthopaedics team and is fully up to date with the latest developments in Joint Replacement, post-operative care and long term rehab.

Georgia has always had a love of sport, and since 2010 has been the Huntingdon Stags Club physiotherapist.  "Being a rugby physio means you have to think on your feet, assess and act quickly in stressful situations.  I also have to use all my skills to rehab players back to match fitness as soon as possible". 

Georgia is a valued member of our team and brings to the clinic a diverse treatment approach which places all our patients in safe and reassuring hands.